KPSC Staff Nurse - 2015
General Knowledge
Easy

Who won 2014 Nobel Prize in Economics?

Appeared in: KPSC Staff Nurse - 2015

Explanation

  • Jean Tirole was awarded the 2014 Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences.
  • His work focused on the analysis of market power and the regulation of industries with a few dominant firms.
  • This research helps governments design policies to handle monopolies and promote competition.

Why Other Options Were Wrong

  • Option B: Patrick Modiano won the Nobel Prize in 2014, but in the category of Literature, not Economics.
  • Option C: Eric Betzig was a co-recipient of the Nobel Prize in 2014, but in the field of Chemistry.
  • Option D: Alvin E. Roth is a Nobel laureate in Economics, but he won the award in 2012, not 2014.

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Clinical Relevance
  • Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain 2014 Nobel Prize in Economics as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
  • While not a clinical question, general knowledge is an integral part of nursing entrance exams, testing a candidate's overall awareness and intellectual curiosity.
  • Understanding major global awards and the achievements they represent demonstrates a well-rounded educational background, which is valued in professional fields like nursing.
  • What if the question asked about the 2014 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine? The answer would be John O'Keefe, May-Britt Moser, and Edvard Moser for their discoveries of cells that constitute a positioning system in the brain.
How to Approach the Question
  • Identify the key elements in the question: '2014', 'Nobel Prize', and 'Economics'.
  • This is a factual recall question. Access your knowledge of major world events and awards from that year.
  • Evaluate each option. Even if you know the correct answer, consider why the other options are incorrect to confirm your choice.
  • For example, recognize that other options might be Nobel winners from different years or different categories.
  • Select the name that correctly matches all three key elements: the specific year, the award, and the field.
Concept Tested & Keywords
  • Concept Tested: 2014 Nobel Prize in Economics
  • Stem keywords: 2014, Nobel Prize, Economics
  • Lead-in keywords: Who

Question ID

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